H. pylori Diagnosis and Treatment: Key Updates You Need to Know
H. pylori (Helicobacter pylori) is a common bacterial infection that can cause digestive issues such as stomach pain, ulcers, and, if untreated, more serious complications. In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. William D. Chey, a leading gastroenterologist, professor at the University of Michigan, and Vice President of the American College of Gastroenterology's Board of Trustees.
As the lead author of the ACG’s newly updated guidelines for diagnosing and treating H. pylori, Dr. Chey discusses:
- Why the updated guidelines matter and what they mean for patients.
- How H. pylori is diagnosed and the latest best practices.
- Treatment advancements and what patients should know.
- The role of lifestyle and nutrition in managing this infection.
This episode provides essential insights for anyone facing an H. pylori diagnosis or undergoing treatment, empowering you with knowledge to take control of your digestive health journey.
This episode is presented in collaboration with the American College of Gastroenterology’s Patient Care Committee.
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Dr. William D. Chey
President of the American College of Gastroenterology
Dr. Chey received his BA degree from the University of Pennsylvania and medical degree & training in internal medicine at the Emory University School of Medicine. He went on to complete a fellowship in gastroenterology at the University of Michigan. Since completing this fellowship, Dr. Chey has remained at the University of Michigan, where he is H. Marvin Pollard Professor of Gastroenterology, Professor of Nutrition Sciences, and Chief, Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology. Dr. Chey runs a very active clinical research group which has received funding from federal and private sources.
Dr. Chey has authored more than 400 manuscripts, reviews and book chapters yielding an H-index of 50. He is former Co-editor-in-Chief of the American Journal of Gastroenterology (2010-2016) and serves on the editorial boards of several other journals. He serves as a member of the Board of Trustees and in 2026, will become President of the American College of Gastroenterology. He is a member of the Board of Directors of the Rome Foundation and IFFGD. He has participated in and directed numerous national and international continuing medical education programs in gastroenterology, and has been elected to the roster of Best Doctors since 2001 and America’s™ Top Doctors since 2009. Dr. Chey has received numerous awards including the Berk-Fise Award for outstanding clinical service from the ACG, the Distinguished Clinician Award from the AGA, Dean’s Outstanding Clinician Award, Dean’s Award for Innovation and Commercialization, and the Healio Disruptive Innovator Award.
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